DIY projects have a certain power over me. They make me feel capable, resourceful, independent, strong and so very gratified. That sounded slightly dramatic - but it's true.
With that said, without further a adieu, I introduce to you my latest DIY...
My wooden shim masterpiece!
Materials:
Nelson Wood Shims/42 Count/16" - Amazon - Shims
2' x 2' x 3/4 Inch Plywood
1"x 3" Furring strips to frame outside
1"x 2" Furring strips to frame inside
Brads - Size 1/2 x 19 (Nail gun would be great)
Nails - Size 1 1/2 x 16 (Screws would work better)
Minwax - Early American
9.5 Inch Wooden Letter - Amazon - Wooden Letter
Cotton Yarn from Walmart
Twine - Amazon - Twine
Tools:
Hammer
Jigsaw - Amazon - Jig Saw
Steps:
-Find the center of your board and start attaching the shims with your brads (1/2 x 19). The shims are thick on one end and thin on the other. My pattern is thick, thick, thin, thin, along the center line where they but up to each other.
(If you have a nail gun - it would make this step quicker. I used a hammer.)
-After all of the shims are attached - they will be hanging over the edges of the plywood. Use the jig saw to clean the edges.
-Cut the 1" x 3" furring strips to the correct size to create the frame for your plywood. I attached the frame with nails (1 1/2 x 16), but screws would work better.
-Cut the 1" x 2" furring strips to the correct size to frame the inside of your plywood I attached the frame with nails (1 1/2x 16), but screws would work better.
-Apply Minwax (Early American) to the entire piece.
I wanted to personalize my project so I purchased a wooden letter from Amazon and wrapped it with yarn from Walmart.
Voila - aint' it grand!
If anyone tries it - post a pic in the comments so I can see it!
Cheers to Doing It Yourself!
-Megan
